Patience has its rewards: 1940's Bendix Washer

[sudsmaster]

Naked Bendix in Action

Enjoy the show...

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[supersuds]

Very enjoyable

Thanks!

I guess that's the notorious low-speed spin.

 

[sudsmaster]

I guess that's the notorious low-speed spin...

Actually, I think Bendix refers to it as the "Drying Cycle", lol.

All of 300 rpm. Probably a good reason why these machines last so long, at least the motors and the tub bearings.

 

[combo52]

BENDIX REFERBUSHING

Rich thanks for your thoughtful pictures and explanations, also enjoyed the video. Lots of these old Bendixes and Westinghouse FL washers had bearing failures even at these calm spin speeds. Water in the bearings is always the real enemy not spin speed, but in times past repair folks thought nothing of installing new bearings and seals when they failed.

 

I look forward to seeing the completed project. John

 

[easyspindry]

Thanks for the pictures . . .

. . . and the video. They are interesting machines.

I have a timer for that model and you're welcome to it if you want it. The last time it was used, it worked flawlessly. However, I am out of town for the month of November.

Good luck with your new toy.

Jerry Gay

 

[sudsmaster]

Jerry,

Thanks so much for the offer of the working Bendix timer. I would be very grateful if you could send it to me at your convenience, as I do not know if I will be able to get the one in this machine running again.

Regards,

Rich

 

[williamsummers]

bendix washer considering to sell

I am living in Canada where antiques in general are not much appreciated. I have a 1947 Bendix washer purchased June of 1948. The original owner passed away and I bought it from the owners son. It is actually working good has some rust on the legs and some evidence of prior water leaking down the front panel below the door. It's actually in remarkable condition, no dents or scratches rust etc. Would any one suggest a reasonable selling price? Thanks, Bill.

 

[moparwash]

What a find!

Now you'll need this sign!

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